Across the nation, officials overseeing geospatial information systems are looking to digital-mapping data to make their elections more efficient and fair.
Voting Technology articles on Democracy Chronicles
This voting technology section highlights the important role technology has played in democratic history and seeks to explore how technology will shape the future of elections. This new era of elections is an area of heavy debate in political circles. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
At Odds With GOP, Trump Declares Support For Paper Voting
President Donald Trump on Thursday broke from some of his fellow Republicans by calling for paper ballots to be used in all states.
Exile: Data Dump Shows More Russian Political Meddling
A prominent exiled Russian opposition figure says recently leaked documents show Russian meddling in U.S. affairs was more sophisticated.
Despite 2016 Hack, Florida One Of Best States On Election Security
Christopher Krebs, director of the Department of Homeland Security’s cyber agency, described Florida one of the “best” states in terms of election security.
FEC To Offer Cybersecurity Services To Political Campaigns
At today’s FEC meeting, Chair Ellen Weintraub announced that the commission has issued a final advisory opinion approving the proposal of DDC.
States And Federal Government Clash Over Voting Machine Standards
State officials say security updates contained in Election Assistance Commission’s new Voluntary Voting System Guidelines 2.0 are needed.
New Campaign Promotes Risk Limiting Audits For Elections
Every election we ask ourselves, what motivates voters to participate? Could it be love of a charismatic candidate? dislike of a less-than-desirable one?
New Texas Voting Machines Scheduled To Roll Out In November
Bexar County Elections Administrator Jacque told commissioners the new machines from the company Election Systems will be in place by November .
South Korea To Launch Blockchain-Based Citizen Card
The mayor of Seoul, Park Won-soon, has announced the city will launch blockchain and AI initiatives as part of its smart city implementation plan.
Insights From Comparing Blockchain Voting With The Current System
A new technology that is not understood all that well is nothing new. The same happened with the internet and home computers before that.